# Download & Import an Agent ## **Overview** This guide explains how to download an agent from the AutoGPT marketplace and import it into your locally hosted instance. ## **Prerequisites** * A local installation of AutoGPT * Access to the marketplace for local hosters ## **Step-by-Step Process** ### **1. Access the Marketplace** * Navigate to the marketplace section * Note: The interface will differ from the cloud-hosted platform ### **2. Download the Agent** 1. Browse and select your desired agent 2. Click on the agent to view details 3. Look for and click the "Download Agent" button 4. The agent file will save to your computer ### **3. Import the Agent** 1. Return to the Monitor tab 2. Locate the dropdown menu next to "Create" 3. Select "Import from File" 4. In the file selection dialog: * Navigate to your downloaded agent file * Select the file * Click "Open" 5. Click "Import and Edit" ### **4. Verify Import** * The agent should now appear in your Builder * You can begin editing or using the imported agent ## **Important Notes** * The marketplace interface differs between local hosting and cloud-hosted versions * Ensure you're following the local hosting specific steps * The agent will be available in your Builder after successful import --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://agpt.co/docs/platform/tutorials/download-agent-from-marketplace-local.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.